The Barrington Arms hosted the LCSC Staff College Christmas Function 2025 for 50 people. Earlier in…read morethe day, they hosted 25 for lunch. As well as our party, they were hosting a quiz night and had numerous other general public food orders coming in. They were not found wanting. All of the staff performed brilliantly, the two chefs produced some exceptional food (3 courses) and overall, there was an excellent party atmosphere. There is a great selection of beverages and the pub is clean, tidy and cosy. This is a great location for any party, large or small and it's great to see a village pub thriving under pressure at the busiest time of year. A special thank you to Nathan, Tilly, the chefs and bar staff (and Ben for coordinating) who worked non-stop and couldn't have been more accommodating. We'll be back for sure and would highly recommend this establishment to deliver your party needs.

Visited for a quick pub lunch while in the area. Not really worth the experience, loud music and…read moreloads of big flat screen TVs broadcasting sport all the time, no real atmosphere inside. The food was below average and quite pricey for what it is. Avoid.

We'd spent the day driving (on the wrong side of the road) and by the time we arrived at our B&B,…read morethere really wasn't much of a choice of food within walking distance. So I used Yelp to see what choices were within a short drive. I called White Horse to see if they could take us for dinner, and they suggested not waiting much longer as their kitchen closed at 9 (it was already 8.) I set the GPS and off we drove! If you've driven in rural UK, then you know that the roads are narrow and unlit. In the middle of nowhere, the GPS announced that we had arrived. So, I called again, described where we were as best as I could, and was advised to "keep going." About 5 minutes later, we arrived. We each ordered a Greek Salad. Often, the amount of cheese is pretty limited, especially on less expensive salads. Not so at the White Horse. The salads were absolutely loaded with delicious feta cheese, along with yummy cucumbers and tomatoes. Unfortunately, I can't remember the rest of the food we ordered, but it was all good. Had it been a bit warmer, we could have enjoyed our dinner in a lovely outdoor garden area.

this place feels very authentic, in a way that i enjoyed a lot. it's a very old building with a low…read moreceiling, open fire. the food was excellent, i had a steak and a salad, both of which i enjoyed a lot. prices were fair (and certainly below london standards). would definitely go here again, if the occasion arose.

Outstanding pub food and great beers. They have their own Hop Kettle micro brewery and these are…read moreall very good. Food is certainly not cheap, but you will not be disappointed. We had the burger (amazing flavour and triple cooked chips to die for), Ham, eggs and chips, and bubble and squeak and a BLT, all were stunningly good. Lovely atmosphere and traditional decor.

Excellent beer and the fish and chips did not dissapoint. Nice atmosphere and excellent service…read more Highly recommend.

This is an amazing place. Old school pub but with lots of tv's to watch your favorite team. The…read morefood is outstanding and the owners were awesome. Definitely worth your time to visit.

For the beauty and the original features of the building, it's getting 3 stars because it really is…read morea cosy, quintessentially English pub with its log fire and oldy worldy feel. If I were rating this place purely on food and service it would be getting a 2.5 - 3. A few of us had starters, I went for the baked Camembert to share, that was nice but you can't really go wrong with it can you? They didn't bring out any plates for us until it was too late and we we're all pretty messy! My bf had the homemade scotch egg which he was really looking forward to but alas! It was dry and the piccalilli was also disappointing. For the mains everyone went for a roast except from one fish and chips. The fish and chips was described as a fillet of reasonably sourced cod weighing between eight to ten ounces, but I'd say it was the tail end of it, the fish being very thin and dry. You also don't expect to find a LOT bones in your fish and chips so that wasn't very pleasant for him either. It had a nice golden batter though, but I suppose that's irrelevant when the contents are disagreeable. The mushy peas were watery and vile tasting, everyone agreed. The Veggie's were pleased with their nut roasts and the rest of us had beef. I specifically asked for mine to be rare and was pretty pleased with it but the rest of the beefs were a bit tough and gristly. The vegetables came on a plate to share between three which I always hate because as some of you may have already established - I'm a pig! They were nothing to write home about, my pet hate is diced carrots and they were unseasoned, cold and shrivelled :( It would have been nice if they'd have cleaned the tables up after each course as it started to look a bit grubby and cluttered. The puds weren't fab either. The waitress's were very sweet with my little boy though and allowed him to take some orders and even see the kitchen and chef so that was a nice touch. The staff are very accommodating. There's a good amount of parking space at the back. All in all, I wouldn't make a big fuss of the food but it is such a lovely pub to come and have a drink in if you're ever in the picturesque little village of Wanborough. It's a nice place to take a stroll and give your legs a stretch.

Traditional English pub with friendly staff and a warm fireplace. I would live here if it was an…read moreoption built in 1843.

We went for dinner last night and had a good time…read more My pan fried cod was decent, though I felt that parts of it were slightly dry and over-cooked. Nonetheless, most everything was great, including my side of vegetables and the fish and chips others had. Service was very good. A neighbourhood favourite kind of place, and the staff were all very friendly. I quite enjoyed the cosy and local ambience. I heard that they have jazz nights every other Thursday -- mental note to check it out next time!

The Prince of Wales is a quaint little pub in the centre of Shrivenham. The pub has low ceilings, a…read morebrick wall interior and lovely staff which sets the warm and welcoming mood. Children are welcome, however we felt that it wasn't the most buggy friendly place, as there are some steps just as you enter and tables are quite close together. Staff are more than willing to move chairs and tables around, it was just unfortunate that our daughter was too young to sit in a highchair at the time. The food was truly lovely, all cooked for you which meant there was a small wait, but with the board and card games available, I'm sure you could keep yourself amused if you were short on chat!

My team and I were in Swindon on business from the US last October. My boss said we should go the…read moreThree Crowns for dinner one night, because she was there on a previous visit. I'm a vegan, so my expectations for finding something tasty at a UK Pub didn't seem very high. Even in the US, I find pub menus about the most vegan-unfriendly. I didn't see anything on the menu to eat, so I e-mailed them in advance to see if there were some options available. Not only did they get back to me right away, but they offered me several off-menu options for starters, dinner, and even dessert: Starters: Soup of the day (we can do a veg soup if you book) Orange & Walnut Salad with Watercress & Balsamic Dressing Sun-Blushed Tomato, Olive & Artichoke Salad Dinner: Mushroom Stuffed Vine Tomatoes with Tempura Veg & Salsa Verde Dressing Cous Cous Stuffed Peppers with Mixed Salad & New Potatoes Marinated Tofu & Noodle Stir fry with Bean Sprouts Dessert: Red Wine Poached Pear With Sorbet Fruit Salad with Fruit Coulis Glazed Pineapple with Mango & Chlli Are you kidding me? I don't get great options like this even when eating at restaurants with vegan options. I got the orange/walnut salad, cous cous stuffed peppers and glazed pineapple and everything was fantastic! Some of the best food I've ever eaten. This place can really cook. (By the way, my non-vegan colleagues loved their food as well) If you are vegan and want to go here, please e-mail them in advance, so they can provide some options and plan for your visit. Not only was the food great, but the place has a nice cozy atmosphere and the owner and staff are great. Not only was the service great, but the owner actually drove us all back to our hotel in Swindon, which isn't that close. I can't say enough about this place, because it was such a surprise. I wish they would come to Minneapolis and set up a restaurant here, because it would beat every pub in town. The next time I go to Swindon, I will be back.

Oh Three Crowns! I've waited eight years to write this review! So glad Yelp has finally crossed the…read moresea to reach you! I discovered Three Crowns while working as a consultant in nearby Swindon one summer. This cozy pub was the "go-to" spot whenever the team needed a break from our normal routine (hotel food or late night kebab trucks). Particularly memorable was the "Taste of the Wild"-- kangaroo, ostrich, and venison. The meat wasn't too gamy, and cream sauce was amazing! The homemade desserts are also fantastic. They even have a proper English cheese tray that they roll right up to your table. The Stilton I tried was far and away the best I've ever eaten. And cheese for dessert! Boy, the British sure know how to live! It's a lovely drive into the countryside (including some sketchy single-lane roads!) and well worth it once in a while to splurge on a great meal!

Such a wonderful British pub!! Quintessential Cotswolds that offers a very warm and welcoming…read moreenvironment. It feels like home and the food is fantastic. The owner will tell you that they make food that they want to eat and love and you can tell. It is a wonderful menu that varies a little but each day. It's a perfect place to stop in the countryside for a relaxing time and great meal!

Traditional village pub with a friendly atmosphere and a good range of food…read more Amongst the things on the menu are some very tasty home-made pies which are excellent.

The Royal Oak was a friendly and accommodating place, ready to serve us, as we arrived at the tail…read moreend of lunch. The grilled mackerel was beautifully done and tasty. Fresh farm salad of chard and company added complexity to the dish. The burger bun was exceptionally fresh and grilled with the burger, which was ordered rare but arrived on the medium edge, without any flavor lost. The warm farmhouse hippy vibe was playful. Staff were helpful to these confused travelers. Easy, breezy and relaxed.

I find myself out in the middle of nowhere sometimes. Thank goodness for Royal Oak. Hidden among…read moreresidential area, through winding country roads. It would be near impossible to end up here without planning to be. The restaurant is homely and rustic with it's decor and chalk board - it's like a pub. But you don't read my reviews for my architectural appreciation. The food. The food here is pretty great. No difficulties recommending everything at all. I've had my fair share of bresola, crayfish, gravadlax, steak, pork belly and everything I've sampled punches well above its weight. My last meal was the gravadlax starter and the pork belly mains. The gravadlax is well complimented with a mustard dressing and a fresh side salad, being a seafood monster, I was pleased with this starter. It's accompanied by rustic bread and some wonderful butter. The pork belly, however, was a bit of a show-stopper. The pork had clearly been roasted for a very long time, the fat between the skin and meat was already oozing out. It tasted delightful too. My only minor minor qualm, was that i would've personally preferred the skin harder, it was a tad chewier than I would've liked. But the meat and the fat was on point. Coming from London, I've gotten used to small portions and extortionate prices. Royal Oak flips this concept on its head, why can't you have large portions of delicious food at reasonable prices. The Royal Oak ticks all my boxes for a high end pub with great food. But it lacks any wow factor, the food is rustic and well executed, but their's no visual or sensational awe about eating here. It's never a let down though.

If you read through the ancient reviews preceding mine you'll see that one thing hasn't changed:…read moreThe Trout at Tadpole Bridge is located in the middle of nowhere. The middle of nowhere sure is pretty. I stayed overnight here, only a single night first enjoying drinks outside at a picnic table on the lawn. Later that evening, I had a delicious dinner inside, went to bed upstairs, and followed with breakfast here in the morning. So you might say I tried everything The Trout had to offer. I stayed at about 10 different places during 3 weeks in the UK and The Trout might've been one of my favorites. The room was lovely, the building equally so, the food quite good, and the outdoor space 100% inviting. When I think of The Trout and the totality of my experience here the word "lovely" comes to mind. Give the place a try for food, drinks, a room, or an afternoon on the lawn. I'm sure you'll agree.

Set in the lovely setting of Buckland near The Tadpole bridge. The inside is full of welly wearing…read morefolk holding up the bar, every one brings their dogs into the the pub/restaurant, as if they are showing off that they are from the country! I have drank many a pimms here and outside it is relaxed and peaceful. However this experience was not as pleasant. We booked a table under "Deacon" for 2.30 and we were asked if we caould move it to 2pm, this cut us short for time in other places but we made it for 2pm. No one greeted us but it is a pub after all so I found our name "BEACON" scrawled across a black board sign on the table (quite embarressing!) We were then left to rot for the next 20 mins, so I helped myself to menus and went to get drinks from the bar. About an hour later we got our very pricey starters each priced about £12. I ordered scallops on a vegetable puree. Not too bad, quite tasty and inventive but luke warm, hmmm. Our maincourses were all good, everyone enjoyed the food, ranging from fish & chips, to seabass to lamb, all looked yummy. I ordered crab, and had to wait ages for the crackers and finger bowl, we were tired of waiting by this time it was in a very rich sauce which one made it rather messy! We recieved no apology for the long waits and maybe if they had gone to the effort of apologising we would go back and give them another chance. But sorry that was your last!